River Cats Host Chihuahuas for Four-game Weekend Series

WEST SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) | Sacramento River Cats Release

Two fireworks nights and an appearance from Barry Zito highlight quick homestand

WEST SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - The Sacramento River Cats will welcome the El Paso Chihuahuas (San Diego Padres) to Raley Field this weekend (August 9 – August 12) for the final time this season. The season’s tenth homestand is presented by Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort, and includes Thirsty Thursday, Orange Friday fireworks featuring an appearance by former San Francisco Giants and Oakland Athletics pitcher Barry Zito, Sutter Health Fireworks Saturday to go along with Faith & Family Night, as well as and K-LOVE Sunday Funday.

Thursday, August 9 – River Cats vs. El Paso Chihuahuas

· Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Raley Field gates will open to all fans at 6:00 p.m.

· Broadcast: Tonight’s game will be broadcast live online at rivercats.com and on the River Cats radio affiliate Money 105.5 FM.

· Thirsty Thursday – Craft Beer Edition: 12-oz craft beers are just $5 in the beer garden, and 12-oz beers are just $2 in the Sactown Smokehouse BBQ area!

· Tito’s Shuttle: A free shuttle service, courtesy of Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Part of the Spare The Air Road Relief Program, the shuttle makes stops at deVere’s, Punch Bowl Social, and Sauced before arriving at Raley Field for the game. More route information, including times, available at rivercats.com/parking.

· Canned Food Drive: Supported by Bush’s Baked Beans, donate canned goods at the ballpark which will benefit local Sacramento area food banks.

Friday, August 10 – River Cats vs. El Paso Chihuahuas

· Game Time: First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. Raley Field gates will open to all fans at 6:00 p.m.

· Broadcast: Tonight’s game will be broadcast live online at rivercats.com and on the River Cats radio affiliate Money 105.5 FM.

Food Trucks: It’s Nacho Truck food truck will be on the Toyota Home Run Hill.

Barry Zito Appearance: San Francisco Giants postseason hero Barry Zito will be at the ballpark to throw out the first pitch and sign autographs from 7:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.

· #OrangeFriday: Live music from Robby James and the Streets of Bakersfield and $2 off craft beers in the Knee Deep Alley from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., postgame fireworks, and of course, orange Sactown jerseys.

Saturday, August 11 – River Cats vs. El Paso Chihuahuas

· Game Time: First pitch is at 7:07 p.m. Raley Field gates will open to all fans at 6:00 p.m.

· Television Broadcast: Tonight’s game will be broadcast live on CW31/KMAX. Coverage begins at 7:00 p.m.

· Radio Broadcast: Tonight’s game will be broadcast live online at rivercats.com and on the River Cats radio affiliate Money 105.5 FM.

· Faith & Family Night supported by K-LOVE: Live pregame music in the beer garden from Thrive Worship of Bayside Church, and a Q&A with River Cats players who will discuss how their faith has impacted their baseball career.

Food Trucks: Drewski’s and Bacon Mania food trucks will be on the Toyota Home Run Hill.

· Game Time: First pitch is at 1:05 p.m. Raley Field gates will open to all fans at 12:00 p.m.

· Radio Broadcast: Today’s game will be broadcast live online at rivercats.com, and on the River Cats radio affiliate Money 105.5 FM.

· Sunday Funday: K-LOVE Sunday Funday features pregame player autographs and Kids Run the Bases after the game.

Tickets are still available for all games and can be purchased online at rivercats.com, over the phone by calling (916) 371-HITS (4487), emailing tickets@rivercats.com, or by visiting the Round Table Pizza Box Office at Raley Field.